Cockatoo

Physical Description

Large white bird. The white crest is very large and white. Small females weigh as little as 400g, and large males as much as 700g.

Length

20 Inches

Ave. Lifespan

Sexing

The female cockatoos have a dark reddish brown iris, the males have a black. (although there have been exceptions to this generalization

Origin:

Found on the Moluccan islands of Indonesia

Cockatoo

Cockatoo

Cockatoo

Cockatoo

Moluccan Cockatoo

The lovely Moluccan Cockatoo is quite rare in its native habitat in Indonesia. As a pet it becomes quite attached to its owner. This is a large species and needs a lot of freedom out of its cage and a lot of attention. It has a loud voice and can be quite vocal at times. It is one of the most beautiful of the cockatoos and has lovely peach-colored plumage.